According to the survey results, 25 percent of those asked said they have texted or sent an email while driving within the last month.

“People might be surprised to know that teenagers say they're using the phone and texting while driving significantly less than their adult counterparts,” AAA spokeswoman Cheryl Parker said.

The No. 1 offender is adults between the ages of 25-39. Half of those surveyed said they were guilty of the offense and more than 80 percent said they’ve used their phone in some way while driving within the last month.

AAA said it wanted drivers to think before sending a message while at the wheel. The risk of being in an accident while using a cellphone and driving quadruples compared to not using a cellphone.

Driving instructor Dan Steers said he thinks teen drivers are well-educated about the risks of texting and driving while older drivers may not be.

“Whether it's talking on the phone, hands-free or with hands, or whether it's drinking their cup of coffee, talking on the phone with the other hand and driving with the third hand, they're sure they can handle that multitasking concept,” Steers said.

But just because older drivers are more comfortable doing it doesn’t make it safer, Parker said.

AAA said drivers older than 75 were the least likely to use a cellphone while driving.